Clutch Problem

[weedmanstan]

I have an 85 gts that i just bought and it is hard to put it into gear when it is running. When i try to put it into reverse it makes a grinding noise, i can shift just fine when its off(thats how i back up with it). Im strapped for cash right now and im looking for a quick fix.

[suprabran]

I have a 88 non turbo, I have the same problem. I have to shift into first 2x to get reverse not to grind, try this it might be our transmissions. Well not exactly 2 times, when I am parked I have it in 1st, and when I start up I have it in neutral, so I put it into 1st the go to reverse. I hope this helps I don't think it is the clutch, but I guess we will both wait till someone else writes on this thread to see.

[Jeeves]

Sounds like just wear and tear. Thrashed transmission synchros will do this. Short of a tranny rebuild, a fluid flush and refill with Redline MT90 helped my transmission greatly. It won't repair damage (obviously) but it's as close to a miracle fluid as it gets. However, it's not cheap.

[Nitro989]

Actually from what i've heard toyota's in general, after their first few years of service, reverse ALWAYS grinds when jumping right into reverse. I've owned several toyota's and i've done work on toyota's from the 70's 80's and 90's. everyone of them had that same grinding when going into reverse. All i know is that its normal, my 87 MKIII turbo does it, my 95 4-runner does it, my 97 corolla did it... now as far as it being difficult putting it into gear, could be one of several problems... 1.) clutch master cylinder, 2.) throwout bearing, 3.) clutch is about to take a major s*** (i.e. pressure plate and clutch disc have a large offset) 4.) shift forks and/or shafts could be going bad 5.) or air in the clutch line causing compression... I would start with the cheapest and easiest fixes first seeing as how your strapped for cash.. 1.bleed clutch 2.clutch master cylinder are probably going to be your best bet to check out first..

[gelboy1015]

same prob on my 88 N/A. i usually turn it off, put it in reverse then crank it back up in gear since ppl look at me weird when it grinds . sometimes it doesnt grind when putting it into reverse, sometimes it does..